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How to Use an Emergency Tyre Repair Kit
April 5, 2024

How to Use an Emergency Tyre Repair Kit

Let's face it, nobody enjoys a flat tire, especially when you're out exploring. But if you have a Mean Mother tyre repair kit, patching yourself up and getting back on the road is a breeze. Now, this isn't a permanent fix, but it'll get you to a mechanic or tire shop to get you sorted.

This guide assumes you already have:

  • Mean Mother Emergency Tyre repair kit: This little lifesaver will have everything you need, including a reamer tool, insertion needle, plugs, and lube.
  • Air compressor: How else are you gonna inflate that tire?
  • Jack and wheel brace: In case you need to take the tire off completely (hopefully not!).

Alright, let's get patching!

  1. Find the culprit: First things first, pinpoint the hole in your tyre tread. Look for anything nasty like a nail or screw, or listen for air hissing out if it's not obvious. If you're stuck, grab a friend to slowly roll the tire while you listen for the leak.

  2. Prep the tyre: If there's any air left in the tire, inflate it a bit. Grab those pliers from your kit and yank out whatever lodged itself in there. Act fast and shove the reamer tool into the hole to stop precious air from escaping. Wiggle it back and forth a few times to clean and widen the hole. Don't take the reamer out just yet!

  3. Prep your plug: Get your plug ready. Smother it with that tub of lube from your kit, thread it through the insertion needle like a sewing needle, and then lube it up some more.

  4. Insert the plug: Here's the fun part! If your tire still has some air pressure, take out the reamer tool and quickly shove the loaded needle into the hole. If it's being stubborn, you might need to take the tire off the car for some extra leverage.

  5. Did it work?: Now comes the moment of truth. Take out the needle. Use the knife in the kit to cut down the plug bit that's sticking out. Check for leaks! Douse the plugged area with soapy water and look for bubbles. Bubbles mean the fix ain't perfect, and you might need another round with a new plug.

  6. Inflate and go!: If there are no leaks, inflate your tire to the recommended pressure. Put the tire back on if you took it off, tighten those lug nuts nice and snug, and you're good to go!

Remember, this is just a temporary fix. As soon as you can, swing by a mechanic to get a proper patch installed from the inside of the tire.

You can always check out our video to see a demonstration of this process.

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